Yamaha has an excellent opportunity for a Warehouse Manager to join our Supply Chain Management team in Kennesaw, GA

The Warehouse Manager is accountable for all activities of the warehouse staff; includes receiving, put away, cycle count, picking and shipping of products and materials in the warehouse. The Warehouse Manager will ensure adherence to all corporate safety and HAZMAT policies and security procedures. He / she will also make decisions regarding inventory issues and confirm compliance within Yamaha / JSOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) guidelines.

What you'll be doing:

• Leadership, supervisory, and functional responsibilities over warehouse staff. Work with shipping, receiving, inventory, purchasing departments as well as external partners. Provide leadership for employee relationship through effective communication, coaching, training, and staff development.
• Oversee warehouse operations. Establish, manage, track, and report against metrics and KPIs targets for the warehouse.
• KPIs include (but not limited to): Pieces shipped and received per hours worked, TRIR, Picking times, Dock to stock processing, and Inventory accuracy.
• Manages, reviews, and approves inventory adjustments. Maintains accurate inventory records using a computerized inventory system. Reports include Cycle Count accuracy by bin, and Inventory adjustments. With explanations and action plans to Sr Manager Warehouse Operations.
• Monitor warehouse expenditures and ensure they are within budget. Review procedures and expenditures for potential improvements and savings and submit suggestions for advisement.
• Provides overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of warehouse staff. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Yamaha's policies and applicable laws. Plans, assigns, and directs work for warehouse staff. Conducts periodic employee evaluations. Addresses employee complaints and resolves problems. Maintains the proper level of temporary staff.
• Maintain a high level of awareness of the Kaizen and 5S programs and MBO participation. Maintains and updates operational manuals. Ensures warehouse is compliant with all Federal, State, and JSOX rules for warehouse operations.
• Instruct and train the warehouse staff on safety and HAZMAT procedures. Ensure adherence to all safety and HAZMAT procedures and applicable policies. Maintain employee records regarding training.

What you need to be successful:

• AS/BS/BA degree in Supply Chain Management or related field of study preferred.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in warehouse operations / distribution.
• Minimum of 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience in Kaizen / 5S methodology strongly preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
• Proficient with inventory management systems (e.g., SAP EWM, Oracle, JD Edwards, etc.)
• SAP EWM Experience strongly preferred (9.5 or S4)
• Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have strong attention to detail, assuring warehouse is operating effectively and immaculate.
• Must be dependable with the ability to multi-task and work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift to 50 lbs. frequently. Ability to stoop, bend, reach, twist and turn.
• Ability to stand for 10 hours or more.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.

Reports to: Department Manager

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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